Can Cleaner Wrasse Live With Clown Tang?
Cleaner Wrasse and Clown Tang are NOT compatible tank mates.
Detailed Analysis
Temperature
✓ Compatible
Good temperature overlap at 74–82°F.
pH
✓ Compatible
Good pH overlap at 8.1–8.4.
Size
⚠ Use Caution
Significant size difference (15" vs 4"). Clown Tang may bully or stress Cleaner Wrasse.
Temperament
✗ Not Compatible
Cleaner Wrasse (peaceful) is not compatible with Clown Tang (aggressive). Aggression or stress is very likely.
Swim Level
✓ Compatible
Swim level compatibility is fine.
Tank Requirements
Minimum tank size for this combination: 125 gallons
| Parameter | Cleaner Wrasse | Clown Tang |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 74–82°F | 74–82°F |
| pH | 8.1–8.4 | 8–8.4 |
| Max Size | 4" | 15" |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Aggressive |
| Swim Level | Middle | All |
| Min Tank | 55 gal | 125 gal |
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